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Discover some of the top attractions in the ancient city of Glasgow such as the spectacular City Chambers, the stunning medieval Cathedral and even some lesser-known sites such as world’s oldest, surviving music hall, the Britannia Panopticon.
Marvel at the grandeur of the Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian architecture and sculpture that can still be found on so many streets.
Follow in the footsteps of the merchants, traders and pioneers who transformed the city’s fortunes and reputation and the workers who enabled that transformation.
Hear about some memorable moments from Glasgow’s history, including a few scandals and darker secrets.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Let's meet on George Square. There's a coffee shop on the north side of the square called Costa Coffee. I will be waiting outside that shop, holding a green notebook.
The tour ends outside the Ramshorn Church on Ingram Street, not too far from the starting point in George Square
Itinerary
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1
Probably the most spectacular building in Glasgow, the headquarters of Glasgow City Council. There is some astonishing sculpture on this building which goes a long way to explaining how Glaswegians saw themselves in the 19th century. 10 minutes
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Glasgow's monument to the citizens who fell in the First Word War. Rich in symbolism, this monument marks a turning point in Glasgow's history
4 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
The centrepiece of George Square. One of Scotland's greatest writers and a man who is many ways is responsible, for creating the modern idea of Scotland.
4 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
The first ever monument to Scotland's national poet. An early example of crowdfunding. Thousands of people paid as little as 5 pence towards the cost of this sculpture. 30.000 people turned up to the unveiling
3 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
The Merchants of Glasgow, were largely responsible for the success and prosperity of modern Glasgow. This house, in the centre of the city, gives an indication of their importance and how they saw themselves
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
Originally a spectacular private mansion house, this building has had many different uses before becoming a gallery
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
One of the most-well known statues in Glasgow. The Duke was a decorated military leader and even prime Minister. His statue is famous today, because of the traffic cone, placed on the Duke's head
3 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
One of the most popular pizza joints in Glasgow. Once upon a time they had a very special job opportunity
1 minute • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
An 18th century, Georgian townhouse in the heart of modern Glasgow. The original family that lived here had an interesting story
Admission ticket free -
9
The Trades House represented the traders of Glasgow, the carpenters, the tanners , the dyers and so on, and looked after members who had become too old to work.
3 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
An important street in medieval Glasgow, where the candle makers lived and worked, set apart from the old town to reduce the risk of fire. Later the site of markets and warehouses. Now an an important part of Glasgow's cultural district
Admission ticket free -
10
Formerly a bank, a courthouse, and a county building, now one of the most high-profile clubs and wedding venues.
4 minutes • Admission ticket free -
11
Along with the original Merchants House and the Trades House, the Hutchenson's Hospital once described one of the three graces of Glasgow. Together, they looked after many of the citizens of Glasgow, for many years
3 minutes • Admission ticket free -
12
The Old Fruitmarket was once a bustling part of commercial Glasgow. The building still stands but has been converted to retail use. it is still possible to walk through it and imagine how it would have been years ago.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
13
Trongate 103 is an arts centre in the heart of Glasgow, home to amongst other attractions, the Sharmanka Kinetic Gallery.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
14
The world's oldest surviving music hall, where a young Stan Laurel, one half of the legendary comedt double act, first performed.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
15
A recreation of a medieval market cross, where proclamations were made.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
16
The High Street was the heart of medieval Glasgow. There are several attractions along the road, including the site of the old University, the fourth oldest in Britain, two spectacular murals, relating to Glasgow's patron saint, St Mungo and some other significant buildings.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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This statue, celebrating one of Scotlan's great explorers, originally stood in George Square.
2 minutes • Admission ticket free -
18
This building opened in 1824, replacing an earlier church on the site. Many of the great and good of Glasgow were buried here. In recent years it has served as a theatre, now it is a centre for language studies, owned by the University of Strathclyde
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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The oldest hospital in Glasgow, many medical innovations were pioneered here.
3 minutes • Admission ticket free -
20
The tour finishes with a look inside the oldest building in Glasgow, which dates back to the 13th century. There has been a church in those locations since the 6th century.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Apart from the Cathedral, one of the oldest buildings in Glasgow, dating back to the 14th century.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Built to look a much older building, this museum celebrates many of the different religions followed in the world today
5 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- There is walking time between attractions, around 40-45 minutes
- The tour will last approximately 2 hours and 45minutes
- Even when we're walking between the main attractions, there's plenty to see and talk about.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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